VOICED : Greece heads into a cliffhanger election Sunday

VOICED : Greece heads into a cliffhanger election Sunday

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10th Grade - University

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Tsipras called a snap election after Syriza's rise to power and subsequent bailout agreement, which split the party. Seeking a new mandate, Tsipras faces opposition from New Democracy, promising stability. Public disillusionment is high after rejecting austerity in a referendum. The election aims to end political uncertainty, with coalition talks likely. Both main parties agree on tough reforms, setting Greece's economic policy in stone.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for Tsipras calling a snap election?

To negotiate a new bailout package

To gain a fresh mandate for reforms

To celebrate Syriza's victory

To avoid a political scandal

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did New Democracy promise to achieve if they won the election?

Form a coalition with Syriza

Reject the bailout package

Return to stability

Increase austerity measures

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the Greek public feel after rejecting austerity proposals in a referendum?

Disillusioned with the situation

Satisfied with the government's actions

Eager to implement more reforms

Optimistic about the future

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the likely requirement for the winner of the election to form a government?

A majority in parliament

Support from smaller parties

Approval from the EU

A new referendum

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the status of Greece's economic policy after the election?

It will be completely revised

It is largely set in stone

It will depend on the coalition

It will be decided by a public vote